Pay commission to submit new salary report today: Salehuddin

Staff Reporter :

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday announced that the Pay Commission, tasked with designing a new salary structure for government employees, is set to submit its report to the Chief Adviser today.
He said the recommendations in the report would first be reviewed by relevant committees before any decision on implementation is made.

“The report will undergo examination by various committees, and only after that will a final decision be taken,” he told journalists at the Bangladesh Secretariat.

Dr Salehuddin noted that the verification and review process usually takes three to four months, meaning the new pay structure will take time to come into effect.

Expressing optimism that government employees will be satisfied with the proposals, he added that the commission prioritized the interests of public servants. Addressing concerns about a potential impact on the market, he said the salary revision would not harm it, highlighting the government’s focus on strengthening the supply side to maintain stability.

Regarding speculation over electoral implications, Dr Salehuddin dismissed any connection, emphasizing that the process was independent of the upcoming national election.

He described the commission’s work as exemplary, noting that members consulted a wide range of stakeholders, including employees, teachers, students, associations, retired pensioners, and senior citizens.

While acknowledging that it may not be possible to meet all demands fully, he said the recommendations reflect the needs and expectations of different groups as far as practicable.

However, he reiterated that the proposals would not be implemented in their entirety, as final approval is required.
On administrative reforms, Dr Salehuddin stated that the National Board of Revenue (NBR) will be reorganized into two separate wings for tax policy and tax administration, replacing the existing Internal Resources Division (IRD). NICAR has approved the new structure.

Additionally, on January 27, Dr Nasiruddin Ahmed will submit a report on tax policy to the Chief Adviser, which will influence future revenue management.

Reflecting on ongoing reforms, Dr Salehuddin said the current administration is implementing significant initiatives that will leave a positive legacy for the next government.

“The fact that the Chief Adviser himself will receive the Pay Commission report shows how seriously the government is taking this issue,” he added.